Chapter 14 - Richard's ReckoningRichard had his own demons.
For thirty-five years, he had ignored Margaret's controlling behavior.
He had mistaken silence for peace.
Now he wanted to make things right.
He sold several businesses.
He donated millions to children's hospitals.
He created a foundation for families struggling with childhood cancer.
He named it after Lily and Noah.
One evening, he told me:
“I can't change what I failed to see.”
“No,” I said.
“But you can change what you do now.”
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He smiled.
“That is exactly what I'm trying to do.”
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Chapter 15 - Clara's New LifeClara didn't suddenly become rich.
Chapter 16 - Margaret Behind BarsMargaret wrote letters.
Chapter 17 - A Smaller HouseWe sold the mansion.
Chapter 18 - The BirthdayLily's seventh birthday arrived.
Chapter 19 - The QuestionThat night, Lily crawled into bed between James and me.
Chapter 20 - What Comes NextMonths later, life finally became ordinary.
